The project

So I decided to go for a crazy challenge but in my possibilities : Ascent the mythic El Capitan wall in the Yosemity National Park, Californie with 3 climbers.

It will take us 5 hard days on the wall to realise this amazing and unusual ascent. It will be the occasion to feel again the incredible moments made from climbing : the partie spirit, the joy of being entire physically and take much endorphine as possible ! Forget about handicap thanks to a smart system who allows me to climb « on my arms ». To enjoy the resta t the bivy and this nice feeling of liberty while in the wall…

My name is Vanessa François, from Belguim. I’ve always been browsing the Mont Blanc massif since I arrived 10 years ago. I realised the 1st female ascent of the route Manitua in the famous north face of the Grandes Jorasses. As well as many others wild and committed routes. Attracted by distant lands, I took part to several himalayen expeditions. Through... See more

Biography

My name is Vanessa François, from Belguim. I’ve always been browsing the Mont Blanc massif since I arrived 10 years ago. I realised the 1st female ascent of the route Manitua in the famous north face of the Grandes Jorasses. As well as many others wild and committed routes. Attracted by distant lands, I took part to several himalayen expeditions. Through alpinism, I found a way to express myself, to live a partie spirit, to learn about trusting each other in a land of beauty. This alchemy help me to surpass myself. I was about to be ready to become a High Mountain Guide when a huge snow block hit my back. Since then, I’m paraplegic. It became obvious, my passion for the mountain was still the same. My dreams, my desirs for elevation are still there and I’m not the kind who dream his life…